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NYT: Scientists find giant oil plumes in Gulf

NYT: Scientists are finding enormous oil plumes in the deep waters of the Gulf of Mexico, including one as large as 10 miles long, 3 miles wide and 300 feet thick. Full story

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Obama: It's time to end ‘cozy’ ties with oil

President orders extra scrutiny of drilling permits as engineers work to stop leak.

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Making a Difference

This week: Celebrities Making a Difference

Nightly News' most popular regular feature, "Making a Difference," profiles people doing extraordinary things, helping neighbors -- or even complete strangers -- in these tough economic times. During the week of May 17, Nightly News profiles celebrities who are Making a Difference.

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